India's Union Cabinet has approved the National Sports Policy 2025, a significant step toward enhancing the nation's sports infrastructure and fostering greater participation at all levels. The policy, which replaces earlier frameworks, seeks to integrate sports into education, promote inclusivity, and position India as a global sports powerhouse.The initiative, led by Prime Minister **Narendra Modi**, emphasizes building synergies between society and sports, with a focus on remote areas and grassroots development. It includes reforms in sports governance and the creation of a supportive ecosystem from schools to colleges. Officials have highlighted that the policy aligns with India's ambitions to host major international events, including a potential bid for the **2036 Olympics**.Key objectives outlined in the policy include engaging the Indian diaspora through sports and encouraging youth involvement in diverse disciplines. Recent achievements by young athletes, such as **Anahat Singh** and **Aryaveer** in squash, and successes in para-archery and women's football, underscore the growing momentum in Indian sports.The policy also supports hosting major events, with states like Bihar and Gujarat set to organize tournaments such as the **Women's Kabaddi World Cup 2025**, **Khelo India Youth Games 2025**, and various Asian championships. This comes amid a broader push to transform India's sporting landscape, driven by increased confidence among the youth in fields like chess and athletics.Government statements indicate that the policy will facilitate transformative changes, establishing India as a key player in global sports.
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